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Blue Beech, American Hornbeam

Scientific Name: Carpinus caroliniana Walter
Family: Betulaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-9,14-17
USDA: 3-9

Sun Exposure: Shade to full sun

Origin: Eastern North America

Growth Habits: Deciduous tree, 20 to 35 feet tall (6 to 10.5 m.), 20 to 35 feet in spread (6 to 10.5 m.)

Flowers: White flowers

Watering Needs: Regular water

Propagation: Seed

by seeds, in spring. The seeds can be harvested in autumn. The seeds need stratification.

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